Instructor, Commercial Truck Driving

Georgia Department of Revenue•Griffin, GA

111d•Onsite

About The Position

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Requirements

Must possess a current State of Georgia Department of Driver Services Class “A” Commercial Driver’s license.
One (1) year of experience as a commercial truck driver.
Knowledge of pedagogical practice and theory.
Knowledge of the mission of postsecondary vocational/technical education.
Knowledge of academic course standards.
Knowledge of the college’s academic programs.
Skill to work cooperatively with students, faculty and staff.
Skill in the preparation and delivery of classroom content.
Skill to make timely decisions.
Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs.
Decision making and problem solving skills.
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
Oral and written communication skills.
Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies.
Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree
three (3) years of experience as a commercial truck driver
excellent human relations skills
good reputation in the truck driving community
excellent computer skills
familiar with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) rules and regulations
familiar with United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) Office of Drug and Alcohol policy and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

Under general supervision, instructs and supervises students in Commercial Truck Driving Licensing program.
Develops program and course outlines, goals and objectives.
Prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited technical/occupational courses.
Evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives.
Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares required budget requests.
Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate.
Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports.
Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training area.
Meets with students, staff members and other educators to discuss students’ instructional programs and other issues impacting the progress of the students.
Assists with recruitment, retention and job placement efforts